On September 25, we invite you to the launch of the report “Elections in Romania and Moldova,” an event dedicated to analyzing online influence campaigns and disinformation operations targeting the elections in Romania and Moldova. Organized by Expert Forum (EFOR), WatchDog.MD, and the Black Sea Trust of the German Marshall Fund (GMF), the event will bring together experts from both countries to discuss Kremlin propaganda, its objectives, and the measures needed for the political environment, media, and civil society to counter these threats.
Event Details
Date: September 25
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: InterContinental Athénée Palace Hotel, Regina Maria Room
The conference takes place at a crucial moment, as 2024 represents a turning point for the future of democracy in Romania and Moldova. With important elections on the horizon, the event focuses on the importance of combating disinformation and online manipulation to protect democratic processes.
Agenda
10:30 – 11:00: Participant Registration
11:00 – 11:15: Opening Remarks
– Sorin Ioniță: President, Expert Forum (EFOR)
– Clara Volintiru: Regional Director, German Marshall Fund of the United States
11:15 – 11:45: Panel 1 – “Domestic Propaganda and Its Impact on the Electoral Process”
– Sorin Ioniță: President, Expert Forum (EFOR)
– Mădălina Voinea: Disinformation Analyst, Expert Forum (EFOR)
11:45 – 12:15: Panel 2 – “European Challenges Amid Kremlin’s Propaganda Influence”
– Rodica Pîrgari: Senior Media Monitoring Expert, WatchDog Moldova
– Valeriu Pașa: President, WatchDog MD
12:15 – 12:45: Panel 3 – “Digital Activism and Youth Disinformation: Challenges and Solutions”
– Răzvan Petri & Vlad Adamescu: Political Analysts, Politica la Minut
12:45 – 1:00: Closing of the Event
EFOR’s activities in the region, including efforts to address disinformation and threats to democracy, are also supported by funding from the National Endowment for Democracy.
